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The Netherlands is a north-western European country that borders Germany, the North Sea, and Belgium. It is also close to the United Kingdom. The Netherlands has a population of more than 18 million people and a GDP of more than $830 billion. This makes it the 17th biggest economy in the world. The Netherlands has a GDP per capita of $53,600, making it position 23 in the world. According to the World Bank, the Netherlands is in position 42 on the ease of doing business.

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Growing economy

The Netherlands economy is growing at an annualized rate of 3.2%. This is above the European average of less than 2%.

Highly-developed country

The Netherlands has some of the best-developed infrastructure in the world. 

Leading global companies

Some of the biggest Dutch companies are Unilever, Heineken, and Royal Dutch Shell among others.

Strategic location

The country is strategically located close to major economies in the European Union.

EU core member

The Netherlands is one of the core members of the European Union.

Tourist destination

The Netherlands is a leading tourist destination in the European Union.

Steps for Registeringa Company in the Netherlands

The Dutch law allows all citizens above 18 years to register a business in the country. Netherlands also welcomes foreigners to register a company there. However, these foreigners needs to have some documents to register a company in Netherlands. In 2015, the company started offering a residence permit for entrepreneurs who wanted to register their tech companies there. The visa is renewed every year.

There are two main types of businesses you can form in the Netherlands. The unincorporated business structure is where you and your business are liable for the business. These are: sole traders (eenmanszaak), general partnership (vennootschap onder firma), professional partnership (maatschap), and limited partnership (commanditaire vennootschap). The other form is the incorporated business structure, where you and your private assets are protected. These are:

  • • Private limited company (besloten vennootschap)
  • • Public limited company (naamlose vennootschap)
  • • Cooperatives (cooperatie en onderlinge)
  • • Foundation (stichting)
  • • Association (vereniging).

Register the business at the Dutch Chamber of Commerce (Kamer van Koophandel) (KvK). Your details will be entered into the Dutch Trade Register.

Register the business with the local municipality.

Select a business name on the KvK search page. This page is available in Dutch.

Register the business at the KvK.

FAQson Registering a Company in the Netherlands

You will need the filled form that you will download at the KvK, valid ID or passport or a driving license, and your business address.

The corporate tax rate in Netherlands is 25%. There are other taxes you need to know. These are BTW, also known as the VAT. The VAT is 21%. As a company, you will need to add 21% percent on all goods you sell. Other taxes are income taxes, and payroll tax.

The process differs depending on the business type. It can range from less than a week to a few months.

You can register a company physically. However, you can use a consulting company like GFSC Global to get your business registered in the Netherlands. 

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